1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Ak 350 | TF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
